Definitions

1. noun

the act of taking something again, especially a photograph or a shot in a film or sports competition.

“The team decided to retake the shot after the first one was blocked by the goalkeeper.”

2. verb

to take something again, especially a photograph or a shot in a film or sports competition.

“The photographer will have to retake the photo because the subject’s eyes were closed.”

3. verb

to take control of something again, especially in a political or military sense.

“The rebels plan to retake the city from the opposing forces.”

4. verb

to redo something, especially a performance or examination.

“The student was allowed to retake the exam after the original failed.”